I Can Talk to the Internal Organs-Chapter 95 - 80: Sparring for No Reason Today

"Got investigated?"

At home, Liu Mei was particularly surprised to hear this news.

He didn’t expect that Lu Jiu’s clinic, open for less than a month, would already be reported by someone.

The reason for the complaint was that the moxibustion scent in the clinic wasn’t environmentally friendly.

Liu Mei always disagreed with Lu Jiu running a clinic, but that didn’t mean she’d be happy if her son was bullied.

"I just heard about it too. Apparently, the videos have gone viral online. This must be quite a blow to Lu Jiu," Lu Song said.

Liu Mei shook her head, "Your son isn’t that fragile. He’s the kind who, even if he can’t win a fight, will still try to bite back. He’s probably thinking about how to retaliate right now."

"True, that kid never backs down. But it was the environmental department that made the move; what can be done?" Lu Song said.

Liu Mei suggested, "Maybe we should call your older brother? He has a wide network and might know someone who can help."

Lu Song pondered for a while, "That’s the only option..."

...

Jianghan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dean’s office.

Qi Jing was handling official matters when Vice Dean Dong Jun knocked on the door and then slowly sat down on the sofa.

"Dean, I have something to report. Currently, the Traditional Chinese Medicine department is recruiting: five people, three rehired, and two specially recruited, all of whom can start working immediately."

Qi Jing nodded, "With these, plus Director Ji and Mr. Yuan Sr., the Traditional Chinese Medicine department is finally on the right track."

Dong Jun chuckled, "Dean, let me tell you something amusing."

Qi Jing asked, "What is it?"

Dong Jun said, "Lu Jiu’s clinic got investigated."

Qi Jing was surprised, "For what reason?"

Dong Jun smiled, "Failed to meet environmental standards, the moxibustion smoke was too much."

Qi Jing frowned, quickly understanding the situation, "Someone’s trying to ruin him?"

Dong Jun replied, "The methods weren’t illegal, I checked. It was all within procedural bounds. It just shows that Lu Jiu is still too young and inexperienced."

Qi Jing slammed the table, "Who the hell knew you couldn’t do moxibustion in a Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic anymore? These bastards really can’t stand seeing traditional medicine thrive. His clinic barely sees a few patients a day, is the person who reported him mentally unhinged?"

Dong Jun smirked, "Dean, you’re out of the loop. These days, his clinic has people queued up from morning till night. I reckon the daily number of patients is at least seventy to eighty, similar to some large clinics."

Qi Jing remarked, "He can handle that many people?"

Dong Jun said, "He must be using some method to combat the recent virus resurgence, with incredibly effective results. Although I don’t think much of the kid, I have to admit that a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner who has trained in large hospitals is indeed different from those in smaller places."

Last time when they went out for a meal, Qi Jing had already lowered himself, but Lu Jiu was indifferent, which made Dong Jun a bit displeased.

Seeing Lu Jiu in trouble now, he wasn’t gloating, but he did feel that young people with bad tempers are bound to stumble.

Qi Jing asked, "What’s his current situation?"

Dong Jun shook his head, "I don’t know, I haven’t been following it closely. Probably trying to pull some strings. If the procedures are proper, reopening the clinic could take anywhere from half a month to one or two months, just a waiting game."

Qi Jing thought for a moment, "I’ll talk to Director Xia at the environmental bureau."

Dong Jun frowned, "Dean, is that necessary? He’s just a doctor who returned from Jinling Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. No matter how capable he is, he can’t help you turn the situation at the hospital around. Why bother?"

Qi Jing smiled, "I’ve had a couple of meals at his parents’ place, and I feel the need to return the favor. I don’t like owing people anything, especially not personal favors."

After speaking, Qi Jing picked up his phone and started searching for a number.

...

Qianyang Middle Road, Xu’s Barbecue next to Kanghua International Hotel.

"Dr. Li, I don’t need to describe the situation to you again, right? You see, it’s all over the internet now, and there are quite a few voices scolding our environmental department, accusing us of deliberately undermining traditional medicine, haha," Wen Xinyuan said as he slurped down three skewers.

"Director Wen, you’re exaggerating. They’re just showing off online. In real life, who would dare scold you to your face? Besides, you and we are not in the same system. Who could blame you if you’re following the rules?" Li Daoqing chuckled.

"Dr. Li, you can’t say that. With the internet these days, black can be turned to white. If a substantial number of people file complaints against us, I’ll have to come to you," Wen Xinyuan said, looking playfully at Li Daoqing, his mouth shiny with oil.

"Understood, understood. Don’t worry, Director Wen. I get what you mean, and I’ll make more of an effort in the future," Li Daoqing thought, a thousand expletives running through his mind.

Seeing Li Daoqing’s attitude, Wen Xinyuan took a satisfied sip of cold beer, "Tsk~ Burp~~ You doctors really know how to make money. A small clinic can earn millions in a year, which is more than seven or eight years of our salaries. Dr. Li, after the restrictions lifted, just how many million did you make? Care to share?"

Li Daoqing was inwardly cursing, wanting to swear at someone. "Director Wen, you’re overestimating me. The costs of medicine, labor, rent, and everything else don’t leave much profit. You see, with everyone scrambling for these medicines nationwide, I had to pay a premium to acquire them. Our field isn’t as lucrative as you think, truly!" 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Wen Xinyuan understood perfectly. "I’m just curious, why are you so nervous? Am I here to steal from you? Once this matter is resolved, your business will surely bounce back, and you will certainly profit handsomely. Hey, can I buy some shares in your clinic?"

F*** your mother!!

Li Daoqing cursed inwardly.

He realized he was negotiating with a tiger, a risky move.

The initial report wasn’t even filed directly by him; Li Daoqing had asked his wife to have some people report Lu Jiu’s clinic to the environmental department.

But no one paid attention to their report. Meanwhile, Lu Jiu’s business kept booming, while fewer and fewer people came to his clinic, making him anxious.

Who knows when this backlash will end? If it lasts a month or two, won’t my clinic lose hundreds of thousands?

Thus, Li Daoqing called Wen Xinyuan, hoping he could help with the matter.

During their conversation, Wen Xinyuan learned that Li Daoqing’s clinic was quite profitable and decided to extort him.

Li Daoqing understood that he had stepped onto a pirate ship imprudently, and disembarking was not going to be easy.

Called out by Wen Xinyuan this time, Li Daoqing was prepared to bleed, but Wen Xinyuan’s demand was much worse, directly intent on draining him.

Li Daoqing almost wanted to stand up and curse out Wen Xinyuan, but reason told him that falling out with Wen Xinyuan would doom his clinic.

Calming down, Li Daoqing saw Wen Xinyuan’s amused expression, and knew he was confident that Li Daoqing wouldn’t dare to make a fuss, hence his audacity.

Alas, had I known earlier, why would I have stirred up trouble? Now, I’m wallowing in mud.

"Director Wen, how much do you want?" Li Daoqing asked.

"Not much, how about ten thousand?" Wen Xinyuan smiled.

Li Daoqing sighed in relief, "Okay, I’ll give Director Wen a share at the end of the year."

"Ten thousand for twenty percent," Wen Xinyuan chuckled.

You f***ing!!

My clinic earns at least a million a year, and you want twenty percent for ten thousand, is this robbery?!

Li Daoqing’s gaze was murderous, but Wen Xinyuan still wore a smiling face, seemingly ignoring his expression.

"Dr. Li, what’s with your expression, did I ask for too little?" Wen Xinyuan teased, nibbling on another skewer, then wiped the oil from the corner of his mouth with a napkin, his smile waning.

"Director Wen, it’s not easy for ordinary folks to earn a living, I truly can’t do this." Li Daoqing yielded pitifully.

"Then Dr. Li, find a way, you’re capable, you can certainly manage. Oh, forgot to mention, usually the identity of a whistleblower isn’t disclosed, but a slip-up usually is just a mere work mistake. My subordinates are quite careless; should your report info get misplaced, and others find and post it online, well, be cautious of that. It’s certainly not intentional. Hehehe, I’m off, Dr. Li, the barbecue was good, next time it’s on me." Wen Xinyuan smiled, stood, and waved goodbye.

"..." Li Daoqing sat silently, then suddenly grabbed the wine bottle on the table and smashed it on the ground, causing the glass and beer to explode, drawing much attention.

"Hey, what are you doing? I’ll call the police!" the owner immediately took out his phone, watching Li Daoqing nervously.

"Sorry, I’ll pay!" Li Daoqing quickly stood up and apologized.

...

Morning, at Li Daoqing’s clinic.

Outside, a young man carried a red cloth under his arm, holding a folding fan in one hand, and dragging a board with a table, chair, and two steel pipes that could stand erect on the ground.

After picking a spot, he set down the table and chair, stood the two steel pipes behind the table, then unfurled the red cloth and hung it up. It was a long red cloth with white printed characters.

"Challenge me if you can; let’s see who’s more effective!"

Chua!

Lu Jiu sat before the table, unfolded a folding fan, which boldly bore four characters.

No Charge!

Indeed, Lu Jiu did it intentionally.

He didn’t know who had reported him—it might be a competitor or some busybody, but it didn’t matter.

Lu Jiu just wanted to squeeze a soft persimmon, be it soft or hard, anyway this was just the beginning, whoever comes first has bad luck, just like he had when targeted and had nowhere to reason. If you bunch won’t let me live, then let us all perish together!

If I can’t treat patients, you better not hope to earn a penny!!